UPDATE: In a stunning turn of events, the Duxbury girls’ hockey team has lost its first match since climbing to the No. 1 spot in the Globe’s Top 20 rankings, falling to Nauset/Monomoy 3-2 earlier today. The loss marks a significant upset in the Massachusetts high school sports landscape.
Wednesday was packed with over 200 games across Eastern Massachusetts, including more than 115 hockey matches. Amidst the excitement, several athletes reached remarkable milestones, underscoring the day’s high stakes and thrilling competition.
In an inspiring performance, senior wrestlers Jack Shea and Scott Santos of Melrose each celebrated their 100th career wins during a decisive 62-17 dual-meet victory over Burlington. Coach Larry Tremblay praised their leadership and dedication, highlighting their commitment to improvement through offseason training.
Meanwhile, junior Violet Lorusso reached a significant milestone, scoring her 100th career point in a nail-biting 5-4 victory for Shawsheen/Bedford/Lowell over Wayland/Weston.
In boys’ hockey, Beverly’s senior standout Logan Bowen also joined the elite club, achieving 100 career points with a stellar performance in a 5-3 win against Marblehead.
Further highlights included a family legacy as Addie Harrington of Frontier Regional scored her 1,000th career point during a 58-39 win over Wahconah. Harrington netted 23 points, following in the footsteps of her father and uncle, both of whom achieved over 1,600 points in their illustrious careers.
In another upset, unranked Woburn defeated the No. 12 Winchester in boys’ hockey, riding on Branden Carta’s winning goal and Adam Gerry’s 19 saves to secure a 2-1 victory. The day was especially thrilling in overtime, with several games decided in the final seconds.
The Duxbury girls’ team, after their recent rise to the top, faced a tough challenge against Nauset/Monomoy, who proved resilient despite a shaky 2-5-0 record prior to the match. Norah Swanson stood out with 25 saves, while teammates Sophie Eldridge, Julia Kipperman, and Gaby Bassett each contributed to the scoreboard.
“It’s not about where we start the season, as long as you’re getting better every game,” said Nauset coach Zach Wells, reflecting on his team’s growth.
In the girls’ basketball arena, No. 7 Bishop Fenwick took down previously undefeated No. 3 St. Mary’s with a score of 55-46, propelled by standout performances from senior captains Celia Neilson and Caitlin Boyle.
As the competition intensifies, the sports community eagerly anticipates how these developments will shape the remainder of the season. Fans and athletes alike are encouraged to stay tuned for more thrilling updates as the week unfolds.
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This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available.
